Watsco [WSO] vs Core & Main [CNM] Detailed Stock Comparison
Watsco
NYSE
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Core & Main
NYSE
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TLDR: Quick Comparison Summary
Based on 20 vital metrics comparison: Watsco wins in 12 metrics, Core & Main wins in 7 metrics, with 0 ties. Watsco appears stronger overall.
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Vital Metrics Comparison
| Metric | Watsco | Core & Main | Better |
|---|---|---|---|
| P/E Ratio (TTM) | 32.88 | 29.66 | Core & Main |
| Price-to-Book Ratio | 5.72 | 6.96 | Watsco |
| Debt-to-Equity Ratio | 13.66 | 139.81 | Watsco |
| PEG Ratio | 28.03 | 26.15 | Core & Main |
| EV/EBITDA | 21.00 | 15.98 | Core & Main |
| Profit Margin (TTM) | 7.08% | 5.47% | Watsco |
| Operating Margin (TTM) | 12.82% | 8.95% | Watsco |
| EBITDA Margin (TTM) | 12.82% | 8.95% | Watsco |
| Return on Equity | 20.05% | 25.28% | Core & Main |
| Return on Assets (TTM) | 10.11% | 7.33% | Watsco |
| Free Cash Flow (TTM) | $743.01M | $586.00M | Watsco |
| Dividend Yield | 1.91% | N/A | N/A |
| 1-Year Return | -12.83% | 29.82% | Core & Main |
| Price-to-Sales Ratio (TTM) | 2.27 | 1.66 | Core & Main |
| Enterprise Value | $16.39B | $14.67B | Watsco |
| EV/Revenue Ratio | 2.18 | 1.93 | Core & Main |
| Gross Profit Margin (TTM) | 28.06% | 26.69% | Watsco |
| Revenue per Share (TTM) | $199 | $40 | Watsco |
| Earnings per Share (Diluted) | $12.66 | $2.16 | Watsco |
| Beta (Stock Volatility) | 0.95 | 1.04 | Watsco |
Performance
Key Stats
Valuation
Financials
Short Interest
Dividends
Watsco vs Core & Main Stock Performance Analysis
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Performance Comparison
Short-term Returns
| Stock | 1D | 1W | 1M | 3M | 6M | YTD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Watsco | -1.31% | -5.52% | -10.51% | -12.48% | -12.20% | -12.37% |
| Core & Main | -0.22% | 2.04% | 2.48% | 23.38% | 16.93% | 24.61% |
Long-term Returns
| Stock | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | 10Y | 15Y | 20Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Watsco | -12.83% | 35.63% | 72.49% | 151.41% | 675.15% | 821.35% |
| Core & Main | 29.82% | 159.89% | 169.87% | 169.87% | 169.87% | 169.87% |
Performance & Financial Health Analysis: Watsco vs Core & Main
| Metric | WSO | CNM |
|---|---|---|
| Market Information | ||
| Market Cap | $17.03B | $12.63B |
| Market Cap Category | Large cap | Large cap |
| 10 Day Avg. Volume | 475,080 | 1,524,266 |
| 90 Day Avg. Volume | 368,317 | 1,760,362 |
| Last Close | $410.83 | $63.96 |
| 52 Week Range | $408.99 - $571.42 | $37.22 - $65.97 |
| % from 52W High | -28.10% | -3.05% |
| All-Time High | $571.42 (Nov 25, 2024) | $65.97 (Jul 28, 2025) |
| % from All-Time High | -28.10% | -3.05% |
| Growth Metrics | ||
| Quarterly Revenue Growth | -0.04% | 0.10% |
| Quarterly Earnings Growth | 0.01% | 0.05% |
| Financial Health | ||
| Profit Margin (TTM) | 0.07% | 0.05% |
| Operating Margin (TTM) | 0.13% | 0.09% |
| Return on Equity (TTM) | 0.20% | 0.25% |
| Debt to Equity (MRQ) | 13.66 | 139.81 |
| Cash & Liquidity | ||
| Book Value per Share (MRQ) | $72.84 | $9.21 |
| Cash per Share (MRQ) | $7.73 | $0.04 |
| Operating Cash Flow (TTM) | $426.57M | $620.00M |
| Levered Free Cash Flow (TTM) | $234.14M | $474.00M |
| Dividends | ||
| Last 12-Month Dividend Yield | 1.91% | N/A |
| Last 12-Month Dividend | $8.10 | N/A |
Valuation & Enterprise Metrics Analysis: Watsco vs Core & Main
| Metric | WSO | CNM |
|---|---|---|
| Price Ratios | ||
| P/E Ratio (TTM) | 32.88 | 29.66 |
| Forward P/E | 28.03 | 26.15 |
| PEG Ratio | 28.03 | 26.15 |
| Price to Sales (TTM) | 2.27 | 1.66 |
| Price to Book (MRQ) | 5.72 | 6.96 |
| Market Capitalization | ||
| Market Capitalization | $17.03B | $12.63B |
| Enterprise Value | $16.39B | $14.67B |
| Enterprise Value Metrics | ||
| Enterprise to Revenue | 2.18 | 1.93 |
| Enterprise to EBITDA | 21.00 | 15.98 |
| Risk & Other Metrics | ||
| Beta | 0.95 | 1.04 |
| Book Value per Share (MRQ) | $72.84 | $9.21 |
Financial Statements Comparison: Watsco vs Core & Main
Financial Metrics
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Revenue
EBITDA
Operating Margin
Free Cash Flow
Long Term Debt
Profit Margin
Current Ratio
Operating Cash Flow
Income Statement (MRQ)
| Metric (MRQ) | WSO | CNM |
|---|---|---|
| Revenue/Sales | $1.53B | $1.91B |
| Cost of Goods Sold | $1.10B | $1.40B |
| Gross Profit | $429.62M | $510.00M |
| Research & Development | N/A | N/A |
| Operating Income (EBIT) | $107.04M | $171.00M |
| EBITDA | $117.82M | $219.00M |
| Pre-Tax Income | $117.61M | $141.00M |
| Income Tax | $23.07M | $36.00M |
| Net Income (Profit) | $94.54M | $105.00M |
Balance Sheet & Liquidity Metrics (MRQ)
| Metric (MRQ) | WSO | CNM |
|---|---|---|
| Cash & Equivalents | $431.82M | $8.00M |
| Total Current Assets | $3.04B | $2.44B |
| Total Current Liabilities | $925.14M | $1.25B |
| Long-Term Debt | $346.37M | $2.44B |
| Total Shareholders Equity | $3.09B | $1.82B |
| Retained Earnings | $1.27B | $515.00M |
| Property, Plant & Equipment | $570.81M | $439.00M |
Cash Flow Statement Comparison (MRQ)
| Metric (MRQ) | WSO | CNM |
|---|---|---|
| Operating Cash Flow | $-182.08M | $101.00M |
| Capital Expenditures | $98,000 | N/A |
| Free Cash Flow | $-185.19M | $64.00M |
| Debt Repayment | $-1.57M | $-99.00M |
| Common Stock Repurchase | $0 | N/A |
Short Interest & Institutional Ownership Analysis
| Metric | WSO | CNM |
|---|---|---|
| Shares Short | 2.50M | 12.79M |
| Short Ratio | 7.17 | 6.28 |
| Short % of Float | 0.09% | 0.08% |
| Average Daily Volume (10 Day) | 475,080 | 1,524,266 |
| Average Daily Volume (90 Day) | 368,317 | 1,760,362 |
| Shares Outstanding | 40.35M | 189.82M |
| Float Shares | 32.88M | 176.44M |
| % Held by Insiders | 0.00% | 0.01% |
| % Held by Institutions | 1.06% | 1.14% |
Dividend Analysis & Yield Comparison: Watsco vs Core & Main
| Metric | WSO | CNM |
|---|---|---|
| Last 12-Month Dividend | $8.10 | N/A |
| Last 12-Month Dividend Yield | 1.91% | N/A |
| 3-Year Avg Annual Dividend | $9.15 | N/A |
| 3-Year Avg Dividend Yield | 0.70% | N/A |
| 3-Year Total Dividends | $27.45 | N/A |
| Ex-Dividend Date | Jan 17, 2025 | N/A |